6 Fabulous Barn Wedding Venues in Somerset
Somerset is home to some of the most charming and picturesque barn wedding venues in the country, offering the perfect blend of rustic elegance and rural natural beauty. Whether you’re dreaming of an intimate countryside celebration or a romantic setting filled with charm and character, these venues provide the ideal backdrop for your special day. In this post, I’ll share six stunning barn venues in Somerset that are perfect for every style of wedding.
Almonry Barn, Muchelney
The words elegant and refined don’t often come to mind when thinking of a barn style wedding location but Almonry Barn somehow has both in spades. The 800 year old barn has been converted and styled in a way that not only protects the idyllic natural character of the space but elevates it to something extremely special.
- This fully licensed venue has capacity for up to 100 guests during the day and evening.
- Seperate ceremony room or just a 5 minute walk from local Grade 1 listed church.
- Exclusive use of the barn for 3 days and 2 nights and a wide variety of local accommodation for your guests.
- Food and event manager can be provide by The French Kitchen and prices are inclusive of tableware, serving staff and kitchen staff.
- You will have access to a personal wedding coordinator to oversee styling, suppliers and planning.
Prices start from £4,200 (mid-week) and £5,700 (weekend). Visit the website almonrybarnsomerset.com/ for more details and to see their beautiful digital brochure.
The White Barn, South Petherton
Looking for an elevated barn experience that can accommodate a larger guest list? Then look no further than The White Barn. This spacious venue with its clean white aesthetic and luxurious finishes really can be adapted to suit your unique style in any way you feel. With a crack team of wedding planners and stylist on hand to help bring your vision to life this really is the perfect marriage of barn and beauty.
- Located on Frogmary Farm you and your guests will have access to panoramic outdoor views from the private wedding lawn and patio plus room to roam in the flower meadows or visit the picturesque lake.
- Accommodation onsite includes a luxury bridal suit, bespoke prep room for you and your bridesmaids and access to The Moondown Day Spa.
- Onsite florist who can help design and craft your bridal bouquets and wedding florals.
- The catering team at Farm and Field Cafe (alongside other external caterers) will work to craft a wedding breakfast and canapés in any any style or cuisine you desire. From tacos to BBQ’s the choice really is yours!
Visit their website www.thewhitebarnuk.co.uk/ to request a brochure or book a viewing today.
Folly Farm, Cullompton
Set in the heart of a 250 acre nature reserve this serene little location is the ultimate venue for you and your guests to kick back, relax and celebrate in peace. With onsite accommodation for up to 50 guests and exclusive use of the farm, this countryside get away can be styled in any which way you desire to get that truly unique feel.
- Contained within an area of outstanding natural beauty the venue is situated with views across Chew Valley Lake and the Mendip hills.
- In house catering sourcing from a variety of vendors to select the best local produce. A multitude of options from pre wedding night suppers to 3 course wedding breakfasts, BBQs and afternoon teas.
- Five licensed wedding venue areas (indoor and outdoor) to choose from as well as room for 100 people to dine and the option to extend this with an outdoor marquee.
- Many flexible package options (all including 2night hire) which can include catering, drinks, accommodation for guests and tableware.
Prices start from £6950 (midweek) and £8100 (weekend). Visit their website www.follyfarm.org/ and download their Wedding Pack to see a detailed breakdown of all package options available.
Yarlington Barn, Lypsham
Starting its life as a Cider Farm Yarlington Barn has no end of rustic Somerset charm. From its lakeside position to its character filled interior this venue could be a truly unique setting for couples looking for something a little bit special on their big day. Or should I say evening, as one of the barns key features is the option to have your Civil Ceremony by candlelight! What could be more romantic than that?
- Lakeside venue surrounded by woodland, apple orchards and manicured gardens.
- Exclusive use of the venue with capacity for 80 guests at the ceremony and wedding breakfast, with room for 160 for evening celebrations.
- All packages come with an evening hog roast or evening buffet to feed 100 guests as well as a fully licensed and staffed bar and DJ and disco until 11.30.
- Upon booking you will have a dedicated Wedding Planner to help with coordinating the event and a styling package which can include centre pieces and table top displays.
Find out more about this venue on their website www.yarlingtonbarn.co.uk where they detail their four main Wedding Package options to accommodate a range of budgets.
Waterside Country Barn, Taunton
Winner of South England Wedding Venue of the Year 23/24 this little gem of a wedding venue is definitely one for consideration when look at barn locations for your big day. With its open plan aesthetic an panoramic views across the rolling countryside it could be the perfect back drop to celebrate with your loved ones. Designed specifically as a wedding venue means that it is purpose built accommodate couples looking to host on a larger scale, so if you have trouble trimming that guest list this could be the one for you.
- Capacity for 160 guests for the sit down wedding breakfast and up tot 240 for the evening reception and buffet.
- Use of the bespoke bridal preparation area for the morning of the wedding plus two nights accommodation for up to 10 guests.
- Three options both indoor or outdoor for locations for your wedding ceremony plus the use of lawn games, the lakeside fire pit and reasonably priced bar.
- Experienced wedding planner support to help with organising vendors as well as coordinating everything on the big day. Plus they also offer a range of wedding decor available to borrow with the option to hire more should you wish.
Check out their website watersidecountrybarn.com for a full breakdown of their ‘All Inclusive’ and ‘Venue and Accommodation Hire’ packages.
The Cider Barn, Ilminster
Available to hire form March to October The Cider Barn in Ilmister is the quintessential rustic barn wedding location. Understated, romantic and a just altogether a magical location if your looking for that perfect English country wedding feel. Situated in the grounds of the Dillington Estate this is truly a rural blank canvas that can host a full weekend of celebration. From use of the thatched Cider Barn and walled garden to the range of accommodation across the estate you can celebrate with your loved in complete sanctuary.
- Your ceremony can be held in the barn, outside or if C of E there is a local church just next door that can seat 140 guests.
- Seating for 120 guests for a formal dinner within the barn with the option to extend this by tenting a portion of the walled garden.
- Support with sourcing and coordinating vendors including recommendations on local suppliers and caterers. Plus the venue has zero corkage charge and you can run the bar as you wish.
- Boutique-hotel style accommodation across the estate for the couple and their guests so that they can enjoy the duration of their stay in total privacy.
Head to their website www.dillingtonestate.co.uk to find out more about the wedding venue hire options and cottage accommodation or get in touch via their online form.
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